The Messy Mind Podcast
By Tammy L. Davis
Categories: Business, Entrepreneurship
As a first-generation serial entrepreneur in real estate, construction, information technology consulting, and a franchise, Tammy provides a listening experience focused on being a Wife, Mom, and Entrepreneur, coupled with her favorite industries: Tech, Communications, and Organizational Change Management. Tammy is also passionate about mentoring aspiring consultants and helps them enter and excel in their consulting careers! She shares tips on how you can pivot into the world of Tech Consulting as well! Listen in as Tammy guides you on how embracing messiness can lead to your light bulb moments. Join our mailing list: https://bit.ly/themessymindnewsletter Check out this too: Learn more about Tammy: https://www.thetammyldavis.com/ Nexlevel Consulting: https://nexlevelconsultingllc.com/
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Recent episodes
- S6/#129: Not Goodbye...just a pivot: Why I'm Pressing Pause on The Messy Mind Podcast
After years of podcasting through projects, and plenty of messy moments… it's time to take a breath. In this reflective episode, Tammy shares why she's hitting pause on The Messy Mind and what she's choosing to focus on next. From the continued growth of The Pivot Circle and The Pivot Planner, to…
- S6/#128: REWIND: Let's talk about Rest
In this REWIND episode from Season 2 (2021), Tammy asks if you are getting enough rest? Actually, do you know what type of rest you should be getting? Listen in to discover why Tammy was so tired, how she learned about the different types of rest and how understanding what they are can support you…
- S6/#127: REWIND: It's just feedback!
We've all been there. Someone offers "feedback," and suddenly it feels less like helpful insight and more like a personal attack. In this rewind episode, Tammy is revisiting a conversations on shifting the way you receive, process, and use feedback. Whether it's from a boss, a client, or your…
- S6/#126: REWIND: The Power of Surrender
In this Rewind epsiode, listen in as Tammy reminds us of The Power of Surrender. Typically, surrender is perceived as negative…weakness, giving in to the enemy, allowing someone to take control of you, however reflect on the following quote from Deepak Chopra, "Surrender is faith that the power of…
- S6/#125 :Implementation Fatigue is Real! Here's How to Prevent It.
Implementation fatigue isn't just about long hours and Zoom overload. It's about asking your team to relive the same process again and again without results. In this episode, Tammy delves into why many transformation projects suffer from déjà vu and burnout, and what organizations can do…
- S6/#124: Small Change, Big Mess: Why Minor Tweaks Can Derail Trust
What's in a name? When it comes to transformation… everything. In this short, but powerful episode, Tammy unpacks a real scenario where a seemingly minor name change during a system rollout threatened to derail months of communication and trust-building. You'll learn: Why consistency in naming…
- S6/#123: Cash Flow is King: How to Stop Late Payments from Crushing Your Small Business
Cash flow is the lifeline of your business and if your clients are taking 60 to 75 days to pay, your dream project might turn into a nightmare. In this episode, Tammy tackles the unsexy but critical world of accounts receivable, sharing hard-earned lessons on how to get paid faster, protect your…
- S6/#122: No Big Audience. No Monetization. Why I Still Love This Podcast.
Tammy gets real about why she started The Messy Mind back in 2020 with no sponsors, no big audience, and no guarantees on if anyone else, beside her family would listen. This is a vulnerable, honest reflection that will leave you inspired to keep showing up, no matter what stage you're in. This…
- S6/#121: Three Years, Two Attorneys, and One Trademark Later…
Three years. Two attorneys. Thousands of dollars. All to protect a name and everything it represents. In this episode of The Messy Mind, Tammy shares the behind-the-scenes journey of securing a trademark that wasn't "just a formality," but a business move rooted in ownership, protection, and…
- S6/#120: You Didn't Do It Alone! Why Your Origin Story Still Matters
There is a story behind every bold move, business pivot, or leadership role. But too often, we forget to revisit the very journey that got us here. In this episode of The Messy Mind, Tammy dives into the power of your origin story: the real one, with all the detours, doubts, and people who helped…
- S6/#119: Executives...Stop Sounding Like Robots: How to Lead Change with Authenticity
What do you do when the strategy is sound, the talking points are written… but the delivery still feels off? In this episode of The Messy Mind, Tammy unpacks a real coaching moment with a VP leading a global software implementation who asked the question so many leaders are too afraid to voice…
- S6/#118: The Real AI Challenge? Humans!
You already read AI is here, and it's moving faster than your organization chart can keep up. While tech teams are busy rolling out the latest tools, your people are quietly asking: "Am I still relevant?" or "What does this even mean for my job?" In this episode, Tammy dives into what AI-driven…
- S6/#117: Don't Get Caught Holding the Bag: When the System Goes Live but People Don't
In a follow-up episode to #114: The System is Not the Solution, Tammy offers in-depth additional tips on organizations can position themselves to be well-prepared for the post-go-live phase of a system transformation. It requires proactive planning and strategic involvement from the project's…
- S6/#116: Are Small Businesses Really Ready for AI? 5 Game-Changing Tips to Get Ahead
Is your small business truly prepared for the AI revolution? You've heard the buzz... repeatedly. Maybe you've even felt the pressure. But how do you actually get started with artificial intelligence without a tech team or a huge budget? Listen in as Tammy explores how small businesses can prepare…
- BONUS EPISODE: From Assistant to Tech Consultant: What I Wish I Knew Before I Pivoted
In this premiere episode of The Power of the Pivot series, Tammy shares her story of how she went from working as an administrative assistant to building a tech management consulting company that supports federal agencies, local governments, and mission-driven organizations. Now, Tammy is pivoting…
- S6/#114: The System is Not the Solution
Tammy is here to tell you this loud and clear: your new system won't save you. Not if your people are confused, disengaged, or clinging to the old way of working. A colleague recently told her: "The system is getting all the attention. No one's focused on the people." And she's right. And trust…
- S6/#113: Two Women in a Room. The Unequal Reality We're Still Living In (Rewind Episode)
This one is for the Black and Brown women holding it all together; building businesses, raising babies, and still pushing forward, even when the world makes it harder than it should be. In this powerful rewind episode, Tammy revisits a conversation that remains just as necessary now as when she…
- S6/#112: The 7 Types of Rest You Didn't Know You Needed (Rewind Episode)
There are moments when hitting rewind feels right, and today is one of them. Back in 2021, Tammy had a powerful conversation that's just as important today (if not more!). So let's bring it back. Are you truly getting the rest you need? Not just more hours of sleep or squeezing in a nap, but the…
- S6/#111: Bad Boss Survival Guide: Lessons from Horrible Bosses (The Movie and Real Life)
Is your boss crossing boundaries, creating chaos, or just straight-up toxic—kind of like Jennifer Aniston's character in Horrible Bosses? You're not alone, and you're not powerless. Tammy goes beyond the typical "just report it to HR" advice in this episode. You'll learn real, actionable…
- S6/#110: My Origin Story: This is how I broke into tech consulting
I didn't have a computer science degree. I wasn't a "tech expert." I started with nothing but curiosity, determination, and an incredible mentor! In this episode, I'm sharing the real story of how I broke into tech consulting; completely self-taught and now I'm the CEO of management consulting…
- S6/#109:REWIND: The Chat GPT Do's and Don'ts You NEED to Know
In this re-released episode, Tammy provides a much-needed refresher on how to properly use ChatGPT as a professional or small business owner. With AI tools becoming more accessible, too many people still are making the same mistake: copying and pasting results without adding their voice…
- S6/#108: Learn how to embrace the chaos of Mompreneurship!
In this episode of the Messy Mind Podcast, host Tammy Davis explores the challenges and realities of being a mompreneur. She discusses the importance of embracing the chaos of juggling business and family life, the myth of multitasking, and the necessity of prioritizing tasks. Tammy emphasizes…
- S6#107: Unlock Your Potential with THIS type of File!
In this episode, Tammy introduces a unique type of file known as an 'I Can Do This' file, inspired by Kat Norton (Miss Excel). The episode explores the concept and significance of keeping a file or box with positive notes and accomplishments to boost confidence and overcome challenges. Tammy also…
- S6/#106: Building Wealth, Saying No, and Embracing Motherhood with Purpose: A Chat with Bridget McQuown
Join Tammy and special guest Bridget McQuown, CEO and Owner of Hestia Interior Design Group, a boutique firm specializing in high-end design, for an unfiltered, laughter-filled conversation that delves into the art of juggling life's chaos. Whether you're a mother, wife, or small business owner…
- S6/#105: When was the last time?
Journaling is a part of my morning routine and recently one of my prompts asked this very question: When was the last time you had a great laugh? After pausing for a few moments, I was flooded with many memories that it was hard to capture my top 3, but I did! Listen in as I give you a rundown of…
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